Carte Blanche Consumer is planning to cover four hot topics this week, ranging from phoney money to prized parrot eggs:
Fake R200
Shops and the public have been warned to be on the look out for fake R200 notes. A million bucks’ worth of them is believed to be in circulation, ostensibly mass-produced in Lesotho. But how [...]
Find out about the driving points system on Carte Blanche Consumer
Published in May 19th, 2010
Posted by Emma Donovan in News Update
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iPhone app developed to deal with civic complaints
Published in May 18th, 2010
Posted by Emma Donovan in News Update
Residents of Eindhoven, Holland can report issues such as potholes and broken street lights via their iPhones, using a new app called BuitenBeter.
The app enables residents to take a photo, select an appropriate category and send it directly to their local city council. A combination of GPS and maps lets users pinpoint the exact location [...]
Minors cause mayhem on Facebook
Published in May 17th, 2010
Posted by Emma Donovan in News Update
More than 2 000 adolescents in Mendoza, Argentina skipped a day of school due to the “Who will join the great Mendozan ditch-school day?” Facebook group.
As a result, Argentinean Judge Alfredo Dantiacq Sanchez has ordered Facebook to shut down groups created by minors to organize mass truancy from school. He has also ordered Facebook [...]
Service matters when choosing a bank in SA
Published in May 14th, 2010
Posted by Emma Donovan in News Update
Guest post by Andy Gilder.
The way technology influences how South Africans go about their business is becoming more and more and apparent. Along with uncapped ADSL, PayPal and “mobile bank accounts” it’s becoming increasingly clear that South Africa is finally catching up to the rest of the world.
However, when it comes to banking and choosing [...]
Compliment of the Week: Pick n Pay
Published in May 13th, 2010
Posted by Emma Donovan in Top Rated
You know you’re doing something right when you keep a customer for 40 years! A big thumbs up to Pick n Pay for their ongoing commitment to providing outstanding customer service:
Hi All,
Just to thank you for the resolution of my complaint.
The Pick n Pay manager at Ottery, Mr Luis Nunes, was very professional and helpful.
We [...]
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